Occupational Therapist - Orange and surrounds

BaptistCare•Orange, FL

23d•Remote

About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated occupational therapist to use their skills to enhance the independence, health, and wellbeing of older Australians. The role involves delivering evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to clients under aged care funding programs, with a focus on reablement and restorative care. The goal is to help older people maintain or regain independence, mobility, and confidence to remain living at home. You will be joining an established and supportive group of health professionals who share a passion for helping older Australians live well, guided by BaptistCare's Well-Living® approach.

Requirements

Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
Demonstrated ability to assess occupational therapy needs and develop individualised programs for aged care clients in the community
Postgraduate experience in aged care, rehabilitation, or community settings
Comprehensive understanding of reablement and restorative care models
Confident working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated computer literacy
Alignment with BaptistCare’s values and mission
Current first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Unrestricted driver’s licence and access to a reliable, registered vehicle with minimum Third-Party Property Damage Insurance.

Responsibilities

Deliver evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to clients under aged care funding programs.
Focus on reablement and restorative care.
Help older people maintain or regain independence, mobility, and confidence to remain living at home.
Work within a multidisciplinary team.
Assess occupational therapy needs and develop individualised programs for aged care clients in the community.